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Driver qualifications - Washington

RegSensePhysical exam - Motor CarrierFleet SafetyState InfoDriver qualificationsDrivers qualification (DQ file)Best ResultsFocus AreaWashingtonEnglishTransportationPhysical exam - Motor Carrier

The Washington State Patrol has adopted Part 380 and Part 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), as it exists on April 25, 2025.

The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission prescribes rules and regulations for household goods carriers, solid waste collection companies, and common carrier brokers in the state of Washington. The agency has adopted Part 380 and Part 391 of the FMCSRs, as in effect on December 31, 2024.

Part 380 applies to drivers who possess a commercial driver’s license (CDL).

Part 391 applies to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating or gross combination weight rating or gross weight or gross combination weight of 10,001 or more pounds and vehicles transporting hazardous materials requiring placards.

Age18-years old
Drivers Qualification (DQ File)Same as federal
Exception: Under the Washington State Patrol adoption, motor carriers operating vehicles with a GVWR between 10,001 lbs. and 26,000 lbs. operating intrastate, and not transporting hazardous materials in a quantity requiring placarding, are exempt from Part 391, Subparts D and E (road test and physical qualification).
Driving RecordsA “Driving Record Request” form may be used to request a driving record. A driving record may also be obtained online.
The form and online access are available via the Department of Licensing website: https://www.dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/driving-records/get-another-persons-driving-record.
The fee is $15.00 per request
Physical Exam - Motor CarrierPhysical exam and certificate required
Waivers of certain physical requirements may be granted by the Department of Licensing.
Exception: Under the Washington State Patrol adoption, motor carriers operating vehicles with a GVWR between 10,001 lbs. and 26,000 lbs. operating intrastate, and not transporting hazardous materials in a quantity requiring placarding, are exempt from Part 391, Subparts E (physical qualification).
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